BEYOND THE BLACK – Break The Silence (2026) *HQ*
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Symphonic metallers BEYOND THE BLACK will release their brand new album ”Break The Silence’‘ on January 9th, 2026. BEYOND THE BLACK’s sixth full length is a concept album rooted in melodic metal with ethno influences, it explores themes of communication, inner strength, resilience and the urgent need to reconnect in a divided world.
Tracks like ‘Let There Be Rain’, ‘(La Vie Est Un) Cinéma’, ‘Ravens’ and ‘The Flood’ examine how words – and their absence – shape our reality. It’s an emotional, multi-layered experience that mirrors today’s complex world and invites fans to be part of this new chapter.
While singer Jennifer Haben remains the sole original member from the band’s 2014 formation, Beyond The Black approaches their 10th anniversary with a stable, permanent lineup—and the difference is evident. Each successive album has shown growth, and their latest, ”Break The Silence”, continues to elevate the band’s standing in symphonic metal.
The album features several guest appearances, including rising stars Lord of the Lost and Asami from Lovebites. These collaborations reveal excellent synergy and hint at promising future touring possibilities. ‘The Art Of Being Alone’, featuring Lord of the Lost’s Chris Harms’ distinctive vocals cutting through the arrangement, stands out as a highlight, seamlessly incorporating the German band’s signature style.
Chris Hermsdörfer delivers exceptional guitar work throughout, with the solo on the previously mentioned ‘Let There Be Rain’ being particularly sublime. His playing punctuates the album with memorable moments, and he demonstrates excellent judgment in knowing when to exercise restraint versus when to unleash—a crucial skill given the album’s conceptual nature.
Leaning more toward melodic metal this time, infused with electronic elements, the album delves into themes of communication, inner fortitude, resilience, and the critical importance of reconnection in our fragmented world. Songs like ‘Let There Be Rain’ (which bears repeated mention because it’s genuinely that impressive), ‘(La Vie Est Un) Cinéma’, ‘Ravens’, and ‘The Flood’ investigate how language—and its absence—constructs our reality. It’s a valid observation. We’ve entered an era where words build, define, triumph, and destroy countless lives.
Regardless of intent, their impact is undeniable, and Beyond The Black has captured this perfectly with a contemporary-sounding album that speaks directly to 21st-century concerns.
Highly Recommended
01 – Rising High
02 – Break The Silence
03 – The Art Of Being Alone
04 – Let There Be Rain
05 – Ravens
06 – The Flood
07 – Can You Hear Me
08 – (La vie est un) Cinéma
09 – Hologram
10 – Weltschmerz
Jennifer Haben – lead vocals
Tobi Lodes – guitar, backing vocals
Chris Hermsdörfer – guitar, backing vocals
Kai Tschierschky – drums
Guest musicians:
Chris Harms from LORD OF THE LOST
Asami from LOVEBITES
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